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<p class="MsoPlainText" align="justify">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Nan-in (1868 -1912), a Japanese master, received a 
university professor who came to inquire about Zen. The professor already had 
too many accolades to his credit and he had a very strong feeling that he was 
full of knowledge.&nbsp; His arrogance radiated through his eyes. His attitude was 
never 'l want to know' but always I know'. </p>
<p class="MsoPlainText" align="justify">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; He had come to meet Nan-in with many queries on 
Zen. Nan-in in extending Zen hospitality served the professor - with tea. He 
poured the tea from the kettle on to the visitor's cup. The cup became full and 
yet Nan-in kept on pouring. </p>
<p class="MsoPlainText" align="justify">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The professor watched the overflow from the cup 
to the saucer and then on to the floor. He could no longer restrain himself. &quot;It 
is overfull. No more of this tea will go in,&quot; he commented sarcastically.</p>
<p class="MsoPlainText" align="justify">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &quot;Like this cup,&quot; Nan-in said, &quot;you are full of 
your own preconceived opinions and prejudiced speculations. Your mind is already 
full. How can I teach you anything unless you first empty your mind?&quot;</p>

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